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We are looking for our first Director of Fundraising - someone who will have the opportunity to build and develop a team to help deliver our fundraising strategy.
About Us
St John International is a global organisation – a family of charities whose ambition is to lead in first aid and medical responses to communities’ health needs. With 44 St John establishments across the world, we like to think of ourselves as the ‘scaffolding’ which supports our organisations. We do this by sharing best practice, offering practical and financial support and strategic direction to implement a gold standard of community and emergency care for the sick and the poor everywhere we work. Our focus is First Aid, Ambulance Services, Eye Care, and our Mother and Baby Programme.
Our impact is real, immediate, and lasting as we build stronger communities through our work. Our aim is continuously to improve the quality and scale of training and care we provide around the world, so that we can say with confidence that we represent the gold standard in everything we do. However, we want to do more. We are therefore launching a major fundraising initiative to support our work. We are grateful to an ambitious donor who has invested in a principal gift to create a new fundraising programme to create sustainable, reliable growth.
What you will be doing
The Director of Fundraising will be a key member of our executive team reporting directly to the Secretary General. As our first Director of Fundraising, you will have the opportunity to build and develop your own team to help you deliver the fundraising strategy.
In taking forward the strategy, you will identify and articulate areas for support, research relevant funding potential and secure income through the development and execution of both the short and long-term fundraising strategy across the funding spectrum. You will have the confidence and experience to help us to deliver a longer-term strategic approach to continued fundraising, based on organisational and business objectives.
With our donor’s generous gift, we aim to build a thriving, major gifts programme which builds capacity and delivers a significant return on our donor’s investment. It is our aim to raise £15million over the next 4 years.
You will be responsible for building a fundraising team and leading fundraising in all areas, from major gifts relationships, completing complex bids to grant-making Trusts and Foundations and managing and utilising the skills of the Trustees and wider St John network.
You will build and maintain a network of supporters. This will require both organisational and bid-writing skills, as well as the ability to represent us, our work and all that we stand for in negotiations with partners, sponsors and major donors around the world.
1. PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES OF THE JOB
The Director of Fundraising will lead the continued development, co-ordination and delivery of our new fundraising strategy, to build and maintain philanthropic income.
The post holder will work under the direction of the Secretary General and Trustees to:
1. Deliver our new Fundraising Strategy which has been prepared, maximising resources through major donors, trusts and foundations, individual giving, corporates and legacies throughout the world.
2. Build a new fundraising team.
3. Act as an advocate and ambassador for the charity, building and prospecting new relationships with supporters, stakeholders and donors.
4. Work with colleagues to articulate and promote the charity’s unique message.
5. Mobilise potential supporters and advocates within our St John Family.
2. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
a) Work with the St John International team and trustees to deliver the innovative and varied fundraising strategy.
b) Create and manage fundraising: major donors, trusts and foundations, corporates, and legacies across the organisation.
c) Monitor, collect and manage information on relevant sources of funding, including public and charitable funds, commissioning and procurement, and emerging opportunities for income generation.
d) Develop, implement and oversee quality control, evaluation and reporting procedures to ensure a high standard of bid submission, monitoring and reporting at all times.
e) Build relationships with major donors and maintain good stewardship of donors and funders. We expect our contributor base to include international donors, and not just those who may be UK-based.
f) Research and write high quality grant applications and proposals for support.
g) Develop, pitch and manage sponsorship proposals and presentations.
h) Work with colleagues to embed opportunities for fundraising and fundraising events through other areas of the charity’s work.
i) Attend networking events, prepare groundwork and establish connections to engage potential donors and develop opportunities.
j) Prepare reports and give presentations on fundraising progress to the trustee board.
k) Identify opportunities to collaborate with global partners to secure additional efficiencies, benefits or increased resources, including the potential for joint fundraising approaches.
l) Ensure that appropriate health & safety standards are met for fundraising events, including the production of risk assessments and event plans.
m) Ensure the fundraising office adheres to all required fundraising regulations in the UK.
Interested candidates should download the application pack for more information, including the detailed person specification, and apply with a CV, along with a supporting statement of not more than two pages addressing the person specification, by Tuesday 22 April.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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At Ambitious about Autism, we're currently looking for an Interim Deputy Director of External Affairs to join our team on a 9 month FTC.
While this role covers all our External Affairs functions, you'll be particularly expected to have knowledge and expertise in providing leadership in policy-influencing and campaigns. You'll provide leadership of AaA's External Affairs strategy to ensure the needs of autistic children and their families are high on the political and media agenda.
You'll have an externally-facing role in policy influencing, representing AaA in coalitions with relevant government departments among parliamentarians, as well as increasing AaA's profile through an effective communications strategy.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Substantial experience, knowledge and understanding of the policy landscape, including political and legislative processes, and local government structures and processes
- Extensive experience of developing and delivering strategic, integrated communications programmes
- Demonstrable leadership of successful policy-influencing activity, including stakeholder engagement and above/below the line influencing strategies
- Proven experience in strategy development
In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued professional development (CPD), flexible, hybrid working and more!
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with. Please find our full recruitment pack on the link below.
If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact James Axford, Recruitment Officer.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.
Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Hybrid / London (minimum 1 day a week in the office)
Closing date: 9 a.m. Tuesday 22nd April
The Association of Commonwealth Universities, a 400-strong global network working together to strengthen higher education across the Commonwealth, is seeking a new Head of Philanthropy to drive their fundraising strategy.
As the world’s first and oldest international university network, the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) has been bringing universities together from across the Commonwealth for more than 100 years. Our network currently encompasses over 400 universities in more than 40 countries.
In this newly created role, the Head of Philanthropy will develop and implement a philanthropic fundraising strategy for the ACU. In the longer term, we wish to continue building the existing endowment for the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships and develop new programmes to support our strategy, including our ground-breaking initiative, the King’s Commonwealth Fellowship Programme (KCFP). You’ll play a key role in our journey as we develop this unique and compelling new initiative, inspired by His Majesty The King, to strengthen the climate resilience of Commonwealth Small Island Developing States (SIDS).
This is an exciting opportunity to play a leadership role in developing a high-performing philanthropy function that will deliver income targets and further our mission of creating opportunities for individuals and strengthening universities.
You will work with high-calibre staff and volunteers, helping to drive and implement a major gift programme and undertake active fundraising. Working with the CEO and Director of External Affairs, you will cultivate and steward transformational relationships with high-net-worth individuals, trusts and foundations while overseeing the management and nurturing of a small fundraising team.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for a proactive, senior major donor fundraiser who is comfortable at all levels of philanthropic cultivation, from prospecting and building a strong pipeline to building relationships and securing gifts from high-net-worth individuals and ultra-high-net-worth individuals.
Due diligence is critical to this role, so understanding and experience within this is key.
Person Specification:
• Direct experience of donor engagement and stewardship, including reporting.
• Direct experience, or a demonstrably clear understanding of fundraising ethics and gift acceptance.
• A leadership style that combines strategic vision and oversight with personal involvement and close attention to detail.
• A natural flair for building confidence among senior volunteers and colleagues.
• The ability, confidence and diplomatic awareness to work with senior stakeholders.
• Line management experience.
To Apply
For further information about the role or to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact our advising consultants at Peridot Partners via the apply button.
Closing date: 9 a.m. Tuesday 22nd April.
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Team: Solution Delivery
Location: Remote
Work pattern: 35 hours per week, flexible working options available
Salary: Up to £43,003.67 per year
Contract: permanent
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Power BI Developer:
- work with various departments to understand their data and reporting requirements
- identify quality issues with data
- resolve historic data issues and improve processes to ensure future data is captured to a high standard
- move data into our Power BI platform
- create user-friendly and accurate reports to show data
About the Solution Delivery team:
- the team is made up of 10 employees and sits within the IT department
- the team work to identify issues and provide technical solutions
- builds internal solutions using a range of technologies, focused around the Azure stack
What we’re looking for in our Power BI Developer:
- extensive experience using Power BI and extracting data from SQL, Excel and SharePoint
- experience presenting data in a format that users can understand
- knowledge of the PowerApps platform
- knowledge of Azure Data Factory and ETL processes
- a logical, analytical approach to problem-solving
- knowledge of the appropriate professional and/or legal data standards
- a customer-focused individual
- a keen eye for detail, ensures all work is carried out to a high standard
What we can offer you:
- range of health benefits
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
- Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
- and much more, which you can learn about
Application closing date: 14th April 2025
Virtual interview date: w/c 28th April 2025
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
1. anonymised application form and redacted CV
2. possible video screening
3. virtual interview
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Please email us if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.
Registered Charity
501 - 1000
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
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We are seeking to recruit a CJS Director!
To ensure success, should understand the charity’s operation and decision-making processes with a keen interest in producing targeted and tangible results. Working in line with the charity and its values.
Registered Charity
6 - 10
GamLEARN is a community of non-judgemental people who support each other and work together to reduce Gambling Harm.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Reprieve
Reprieve works with the most disenfranchised people in society. Our aim is simple: to consign the death penalty and abuses carried out in the name of “counter-terrorism” or “national security” to history, drawing public and political attention to these past harms with a view to preventing them from occurring again.
In our view, you can best judge a society by how it treats prisoners, criminal defendants, and the far-flung targets of an ever-changing counter-terror policy. To us, the rule of law means little if we selectively apply it to people we agree with. It is for all of us. Liberty is always eroded at the margins.
Reprieve’s staff is made up of courageous and committed human rights defenders. Founded in 1999, we provide free legal and investigative support to people facing the death penalty and those victimised by states’ abusive counter-terror policies – rendition, torture, arbitrary detention and extrajudicial killing.
We fight our clients’ cases in courts around the world; investigate their mistreatment; and advocate on their behalf, encouraging public and political debate of human rights issues.
Reprieve’s main office is in Aldgate, London, UK. Reprieve also supports full-time Fellows, who work as lawyers, investigators and campaigners in the countries in which we work. We work closely with a number of partner organisations in jurisdictions all over the world, who provide access to clients, expertise, knowledge and guidance on specific issues or regions. We work in cooperation with relevant government officials, individual lawyers and human rights defenders, as well as individual, corporate and foundation funders to further the cause of our shared goals.
Reprieve works in close partnership with its independent sibling organisation Reprieve US. This collaboration is mutually beneficial to both Reprieve and Reprieve US as it enables each organisation to work more effectively and take advantage of the strategic locations to increase the impact of our work.
Reprieve is an equal opportunity employer and we particularly welcome applicants from Black and minority ethnic communities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and those with disabilities. Reprieve is committed to fighting racism and advancing racial justice, both in our work and within Reprieve. For more information, please see our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement. You can also read more about our recruitment process.
About the Role
The Head of Public Affairs and Policy is responsible for overseeing Reprieve’s political engagement and policy work; managing public affairs and policy focused staff; and steering forward advocacy and policy that advances Reprieve’s strategic objectives on behalf of our clients in all the jurisdictions where we operate.
Reprieve’s current policy goals in the UK include prohibiting intelligence sharing where there is a risk of torture or the death penalty, ensuring UK security assistance doesn’t contribute to human rights violations, and ending the practice of citizenship stripping. The role involves close collaboration with Reprieve’s regional and thematic casework teams to encourage states to restrict or end the use of the death penalty or involvement in other human rights abuses such as torture and arbitrary detention.
Reprieve’s work encompasses a number of regions across the world, including the Middle East and North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, South East Asia, and the United States. The policy team provides cross-cutting support to those teams and local experts to advocate for our clients, secure political representation for them, and advance strategic goals.
You will share our commitment to fighting against racism and advancing
racial justice, and understand our responsibility to do our work in a way that does not compound racist structures.
Location, contract and salary
This is a full-time role, on a one-year fixed term contract, with the possibility to extend, subject to funding. The annual salary is £61,003 per annum, less any required deductions for income tax and national insurance.
This role is based in Reprieve’s London office. Reprieve operates a hybrid working model and we require staff to work 40% of their working hours from the London office and the rest of the week from home. Applicants must have the current right to work in the UK, which will be checked prior to interview.
Full details and how to apply
Please review the job description and person specification for full details.To apply, please submit the application form at the web address provided. Please note that CVs and cover letters cannot be accepted for this role.
The deadline for applications is 23:58 BST on 27 April 2025. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK currently and for the duration of the contract.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Head of Fundraising & Partnerships
Location: SIA House, Milton Keynes - Some hybrid work possible
Salary: £51,780.00 Per Annum
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
About Us
The Spinal Injuries Association is committed to a singular vision: a fulfilled life for everyone affected by spinal cord injury.
Everyone has a right to live a fulfilled life and that means the life they choose, a life that has the same opportunities as everyone else. We are the expert guiding voice for life after spinal cord injury.
About the role
We’re seeking a dynamic leader to drive the financial growth of the organisation by expanding, diversifying and strengthening the sustainability of our voluntary income, in line with our Strategy 2030 and beyond.
You will lead and inspire a high-performing team of fundraising experts covering all disciplines including individual giving, major donors, legacies, challenge events, community fundraising, special events, trusts and corporate relationships.
The role combines strategic oversight with operational involvement, including direct management of key supporter relationships as well as representing the charity at high-level meetings and external events. SIA has doubled its income over the past six years and we have ambitious plans to build on successful fundraising initiatives, as well as develop new ones.
Key responsibilities:
- Rasing Funds: Be responsible for the achievement of realistic - yet ambitious - financial targets as agreed with the Director of Business Development.
- Strategic Planning: Lead on the development and delivery of strategic and operational plans to achieve growth, diversification and sustainability of SIA’s voluntary income.
- Team Management: Provide support, motivation and strategic direction to the fundraising team to deliver high quality results, including direct line management of four Manager-level roles.
- Capacity Building: Develop knowledge, skills and capacity within the Fundraising team to facilitate the achievement of objectives, whilst building succession plans for the future.
- Reporting: Monitor and evaluate performance across all fundraising activities, preparing reports to the Senior Leadership Team, Committees and Board of Trustees
- Innovating: Develop Proposals for long-term strategic income growth initiatives, in collaboration with the Director of Business Development.
- Leading: Be an active member of the Senior Leadership Team and contribute to addressing SIA-wide priorities, opportunities and challenges.
- Collaborating: Work with colleagues at all levels within the organisation, actively collaborating across teams and providing fundraising expertise and insight.
- Relationship Building: Build strong professional relationships with externa; partners, supporters, volunteers, Trustees, Vice Presidents, Ambassadors, advisors, consultants, suppliers and other key stakeholders.
- Designing: Contribute to the design and development of charitable programmes and services that underpin major funding propositions and compelling fundraising campaigns.
- Managing Risk: Play a leadership role in managing strategic and operational risks relating to income and ensure compliance with all relevant fundraising laws, guidelines and best practice, as well as SIA’s policies and procedures.
- Networking: Actively engage in relationship mapping and networking to expand SIA’s pool of potential donors, supporters and champions, including taking a direct lead role in managing key relationships.
Benefits
- Annual leave: 28 days per holiday year plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after two years of service
- Access to Group pension scheme (6% employer contribution)
- Access to Group life assurance scheme
- Access to Healthcare cash plan
- Access to Employee assistance programme (EAP)
- Employee volunteer days
- Access to discounted gym membership
- Free car parking at Milton Keynes, Head Office
- Investing in our people - all members of staff are encouraged to discuss their development plans and aspirations with their line manager. A budget is available for talent development.
This is a pivotal role within SIA’s senior leadership team, driving the next big step change in our voluntary income, whilst also contributing to planning, budgeting, risk management and strategic decision making on charity-wide priorities.
Closing date: 30 April 2025, 5pm
Interview dates: Thursday 15 May 2025 at SIA House, Milton Keynes (reserve date Friday 16 May 2025)
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
At SIA, we value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment as we believe diversity fosters a more innovative, creative, and caring culture.
We are striving to create a culture that fully represents all the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, family or parental status, or disability status.
Disabled candidates who meet the standard job criteria will be offered a guaranteed interview.
No agencies please.
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Ivy Rock Partners is delighted to support King’s College London in recruiting a Finance Business Partner to join their Finance Business Partnering Team working with the Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences (NMES)
About King’s College London
King’s College London is one of the world’s leading universities, known for its rich history, academic excellence, and commitment to driving positive change through education and research. The Finance Business Partnering Team plays a crucial role in ensuring financial sustainability across the university’s faculties and directorates, supporting key decision-making and strategic planning.
The Role
As a Finance Business Partner, you will be a trusted advisor to the Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences (NMES), ensuring robust financial management and strategic insight. Reporting to a Senior Finance Business Partner, you will:
- Partner with stakeholders across faculties to drive financial decision-making and achieve financial targets.
- Deliver high-quality financial analysis and strategic recommendations.
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring financial integrity.
- Provide insightful reporting to senior stakeholders, enabling them to make informed decisions.
- Identify financial risks and opportunities and advise on effective financial management strategies.
- Support business cases and financial modelling for new initiatives.
About You
We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive finance professional who thrives in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will have:
- A professional accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, CIPFA) or be exam-qualified.
- Strong experience in management accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
- The ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and provide actionable insights.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in financial processes.
- Experience in the higher education sector (desirable but not essential).
Why Join King’s?
- Be part of a world-renowned university at a time of financial transformation
- Work in a collaborative, high-performing finance team
- Hybrid working – two days in Central London, three days remote
- Competitive salary, 30 days annual leave, and excellent pension contributions
- Career development opportunities within a forward-thinking finance function
If you are a finance professional eager to take the next step in your career within a renowned institution, please get in contact with Megan Hunter for a confidential conversation.
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We are recruiting for a Director of Finance who will also act as Company Secretary; based at our office in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the financial operations of the charity, whilst leading the development of our financial strategy and aligning it to our objectives. It’s a really exciting time to join us as we begin to embed our new five-year strategy and the successful candidate will be part of this transformational change. You will also liaise closely with the Board of Trustees being responsible for financial planning, oversight and reporting regulatory compliance.
Our ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and a strong finance business partnering approach. You will have a continuous improvement mindset with the drive to make a difference and a proven track record of bringing people on a finance transformation journey. You will be sufficiently self-motivated to learn and improve processes to enhance efficiency.
This is a highly rewarding role working within a charity committed to keeping children safe from sexual harm. It is anticipated that this role will commence 1st October 2025; however, there is scope for an earlier induction period to work alongside the current postholder.
If you want to work with people who care about making a difference and have a can-do attitude, we would love to hear from you - please contact us for an application pack.
We offer hybrid working, a NEST pension, 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays (rising to 38 days after 5 years’ successful service), charity discounts, Employee Assistance Programme and Benenden medical cover.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
To prevent child sexual abuse and exploitation
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Carers First is a charity that works directly with, and for unpaid carers, providing personalised information, advice and tailored support making it easier for those caring for someone else to continue living their lives to the fullest.
We have a committed, dedicated staff team and you could be just the person we are looking for to join us to make that material difference in carer’s lives. We live and work through our values, and we have an ambitious strategy to scale our reach, support and impact for carers, working in collaboration and partnership with a range of statutory, voluntary and commercial organisations.
About this role
As a Director of Services you will:
·Lead, inspire and manage Carers First Community, Helpline and Volunteer Services providing visible leadership and promoting a positive, inclusive culture.
·Refine and develop existing services and develop and mobilise new services/contracts; evidencing outcomes and impact.
· Ensure the highest level of safeguarding practices are in place.
·Drive a culture of continuous learning, nurturing talent, building on strengths and promoting innovation.
· Enable managers to work proactively in coproduction with carers to plan, develop and review services.
·Forge and sustain strong, positive and productive partnerships with Commissioners, partner organisations, funders and key stakeholders.
·Work as a member of the Senior Leadership Team in shaping and delivering our ambitious strategy.
We are looking for passionate people who are committed to the overall aims and objectives of the charity. Carers First is committed to providing a supportive, vibrant, diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Carers First Can Offer You
In return for your contribution, we have an amazing package of staff benefits including 26 days annual leave entitlement which increases with length of service, flexible working options, paid carers leave, access to our work-place pension, staff discount scheme, employee assistance programme and a Benenden Healthcare package. Whatever you are aiming to achieve in your career, we are here to encourage, help and support you grow, through our excellent training and development programmes.
How to apply
To apply for our exciting opportunity and make a real difference to the lives of carers, click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to begin your application.
Candidates must clearly write how they meet each requirement in the person specification to progress their application.
Appointments are subject to Carers First receiving an appropriate disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service that we consider acceptable
Interview Process
The closing date for applications is 5pm on 13 April 2025. There will be a two stage process.
Candidates who have fully evidenced they meet the requirements of the Person Specification to a satisfactory standard will be long listed and invited to Stage 1.
Stage 1: Week commencing 21 April 2025 - informal online meeting with the Chief Executive to discuss their application.
Following the informal meeting, successfully shortlisted candidates will then progress to Stage 2:
Stage 2: Week commencing 28 April and 5 May 2025 - formal face-to-face interview with the Chief Executive and Trustees. As part of the formal interview, candidates will be required to give a presentation, and details will be provided in advance.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
Our new three-year strategy will enable us to grow our work to reach and support significantly more carers delivering innovative programmes of support
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Are you a continuous improvement specialist?
Have you got previous experience in lean six sigma project management and process improvement?
Do you want to use those skills to help the British Heart Foundation (BHF) fund even more scientific breakthroughs to help us save and improve the lives of families and loved ones?
About the role
We're looking for a talented Continuous Improvement Manager to join us and be responsible for the delivery of continuous improvement initiatives across our organisation with a focus on our Retail Directorate.
In this job you'll play an important role in fostering a culture of sustainable change by creating and embedding Lean Six Sigma methodology and delivering business transformation projects to ensure the British Heart Foundation (BHF) is always striving for excellence, quality and efficiency.
Working arrangements
Please note this is a job share opportunity, working 17.5 hours across the week, this can be a mixture of full and part days and the hiring manager would be happy to discuss individual arrangements with the successful candidate.
This is a blended role, where your work will be dual located between your home and our London office.
At BHF we believe in the power of being together, so our colleagues on blended contracts can expect to spend some time in their office, at least one day each week, on average. The use of our office spaces is driven in part by your role and the activities you need to do. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause. You will also be expected to spend some time in our Shops and Stores.
Need more help balancing your work and home life? Talk to us about what flexibility is available at the application or interview stage.
About you
With a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt qualification, or Greenbelt qualification with significant experience, you'll be an exceptional communicator and influencer, able to develop effective working relationships across a diverse group of stakeholders and possess evidence of delivering cultural change programmes.
You’ll also have the following experience:
• Previous experience of delivering end-to-end business process improvement projects in the Service Sector with experience in the retail sector an advantage
• Extensive continuous improvement experience, including project management and process improvement
• Lean Six Sigma qualification to at least Green Belt level - with the ambition to undertake Black Belt (funded by BHF) in the near future
• Experience of taking ownership of projects, able to use sound judgement to help to drive the organisation towards its goals
• Experience of working on your own initiative in a blended or virtual team environment
With previous experience of delivering business change and demonstrable experience of business process improvements, with a broad range of exposure to various business segments, you'll be able to provide expertise and facilitation to ensure that business improvement activities are run on time and to budget and are based on professional standards, utilising appropriate aspects of Lean/ Six Sigma methodologies.
This is an opportunity to join a small team involved in major change within the organisation and working across all aspects of BHF.
About us
Every single one of us is vulnerable to the heartbreak caused by heart and circulatory diseases – they are the world’s biggest killers. But the research we fund represents hope. And nothing matters more than finding cures and treatments that give us more time with the people we love.
Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy, Igniting Change, along with our internal EDI group, Kaleidoscope, and a growing number of employee network groups (our Affinity Groups), help us create an environment where all our colleagues and volunteers can succeed.
What can we offer you
As an organisation we're open to flexible working arrangements. In return we offer a generous holiday allowance, an excellent working environment and a welcoming supportive group of colleagues.
To find out more about benefits available at BHF please download our benefits document at the bottom of this page.
Interview process
First stage interviews will be a short video interview; successful candidates will then be invited to attend an interview via MS Teams.
Registered Charity
More than 1000
Our vision is a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases.
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About the Role
Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) is responding to the largest emergency in our 40-year history. Over the last year support for our cause has seen significant growth in income as tens of thousands of supporters have joined MAP. Our challenge now is to retain this interest and ensure we sustain income as we respond to the ongoing emergency and the longer-term health of Palestinians over the coming years. With an ambition to be a £50m organisation in the next five years, our fundraising operations team, consisting of database and supporter care functions, will play a key role in enabling over one million Palestinians to access improved healthcare annually by 2028.
The Head of Procurement will lead and manage the procurement function within Medical Aid for Palestinians, ensuring that goods, services, and contracts are sourced, procured, and delivered in compliance with humanitarian principles and organisational requirements. The role requires strategic oversight, strong management skills, and a deep understanding of procurement management, particularly in a humanitarian context.
About You
Are you a procurement leader looking to make a meaningful impact? Join Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) as our Head of Procurement and play a vital role in supporting life-saving healthcare services. In this role, you'll provide strategic leadership for a dedicated procurement team across multiple countries, ensuring that MAP programs and medical teams have the goods and services they need to deliver lifesaving care in the right place at the right time. You will also use your experience to lead on ensuring that our procurement systems and processes function to support our ambitions and are fit for purpose. If you're passionate about combining you procurement expertise with purpose-driven work, this is your opportunity to make a difference.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Strategy:
• Lead the procurement team and ensure effective execution of procurement strategies aligned with MAP’s mission.
• Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures to enhance efficiency, transparency, and compliance.
• Oversee the procurement planning and budgeting process to ensure alignment with project timelines and objectives.
• Advise senior leadership on procurement matters, including risks, opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives.
Procurement Process Management:
• Oversee the end-to-end procurement process for goods, services, and contracts, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of needed supplies.
• Oversee tendering, bidding, and contracting processes, ensuring fairness, transparency, and adherence to ethical standards.
• Ensure the appropriate vendor management framework is in place, including evaluation, selection, and performance monitoring.
Compliance and Risk Management:
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, donor requirements, and international procurement regulations, including ethical sourcing and anti-corruption measures.
• Regularly review and update procurement guidelines to stay in line with industry best practices and humanitarian standards.
• Identify and manage procurement risks, including supply chain disruptions, price volatility, and supplier non-compliance.
• Maintain a clear audit trail and documentation for all procurement transactions.
Stakeholder Engagement:
• Collaborate with program managers, logistics teams, and field staff to understand procurement needs and ensure timely procurement of required items.
• Establish strong relationships with key suppliers, donors, and other stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external parties to ensure smooth procurement processes, including managing disputes or delays.
Team Development:
• Lead, mentor, and train procurement team members to enhance their skills, knowledge, and professional growth.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the procurement team.
• Ensure the team adheres to procurement standards, best practices, and organizational goals.
Budget and Cost Control:
• Manage procurement budgets and track expenditures to ensure effective use of resources.
• Develop cost-saving initiatives and ensure efficient sourcing without compromising quality.
• Work closely with finance teams to ensure accurate financial reporting of procurement-related activities.
Monitoring and Reporting:
• Prepare and present regular procurement reports to senior management, highlighting performance, savings, risks, and any challenges.
• Monitor procurement KPIs and take corrective actions when necessary to improve efficiency and meet organizational goals.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Experience
• At least 7-10 years of experience in procurement, with at least 3 years in a leadership position.
• Experience working in a humanitarian or non-profit organization is highly preferred.
• Proven experience in managing procurement processes, tendering, and negotiations.
• Strong understanding of humanitarian principles, donor compliance, and international procurement standards (e.g., UN, EU, USAID regulations).
Knowledge, Skills and abilities
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate, develop, and retain talent.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex procurement needs and deliver effective solutions.
• Knowledge of procurement software, supply chain systems, and MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage and influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
Personal attributes and other requirements
• Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.
• Commitment to the values and ethos of MAP (Solidarity, Dignity, Impact & Integrity).
• Commitment to upholding the rights of people facing disadvantage and discrimination.
• Commitment to a zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation & abuse/safeguarding.
• A commitment to MAP’s vision, mission and values and a passion for improving the health and dignity of Palestinians.
• Able to work flexibly in emergencies and to meet specific deadlines including some evenings and weekends.
• An ability to apply awareness of diversity issues to all areas of work.
• Attention to detail, organisational and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Prepared and able to travel occasionally to all MAP locations including Gaza, West Bank, Lebanon, Jordan and Israel.
• Work collaboratively with others in all aspects of our work.
• Abide by organisational policies, codes of conduct and practices.
• Treat with confidentiality any data or sensitive information about individuals, organisations, clients, and employees at MAP.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are working with an international development charity who are looking for an Interim Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager to join their team for an initial three-month contract, with the possibility of extension.
This is a vital role focused on maintaining and developing high-value partnerships with Trusts and Foundations. The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Developing a robust pipeline of 6-7 figure funding opportunities.
- Leading in partnership scoping and proposal development.t
- Providing valuable market insights and strategic advice.
- Managing existing donor relationships and ensuring strict compliance.
- Crafting tailored engagement strategies aligned with donor priorities.
- Supporting senior stakeholders in effective donor management.
- Contributing to strategic development and performance tracking.
- Maintaining accurate donor records and actively contributing to team activities.
Key Requirements:
- Significant and demonstrable experience in high-value (6-7 figure) trusts and foundations fundraising.
- A proven track record in effective pipeline management and successful proposal writing.
- Experience in managing relationships with high-level stakeholders.
- A strong understanding of global development issues.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and strategic thinking skills.
- Experience line managing staff.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment.
What’s on Offer:
- A salary of £55,000-£60,000 on a day rate (Inside IR35)
- An immediate start
- A hybrid working pattern
- An initial 3 month contract
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the “apply now” button.
Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set and our partner organisation are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
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Social Media Officer
London
£50,383
Full-time, 18-month fixed term contract with possibility to extend.
35 hours per week (open to job share applications, happy to talk flexible working).
We have a flexible working policy with most staff expected to work from the office for a minimum of 50% of working hours.
Can you create impactful, viral content to help win our client win for working people?
They looking for a dynamic Social Media Officer to join their industry-leading social media team.
In this role, you'll create innovative, viral content that champions our progressive values and amplifies powerful campaigns for working people.
Their social content regularly reaches millions, generates national media attention and engages politicians, influencers and key decision-makers.
What experience, skills, knowledge and understanding do you need?
- You’ll be a self-starter who can come up with ideas for viral content and able to turn them into posts ready for release.
- You’ll be aware of what’s going viral elsewhere and know how to adopt the latest trends.
- You’ll be open-minded, collaborative and passionate about promoting trade unions and winning campaigns for working people.
The closing date for completed applications for this post is Tuesday 22nd April 2025.
There’ll be a one-stage interview in this process on Thursday 8th May 2025.
Their staff enjoy a good benefits package including final salary pension scheme and other benefits. They value a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community and from within and outside of the trade union movement.
They welcome applications from any candidate but are particularly keen to receive applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, who are underrepresented at this grade in the organisation
Our client is open to secondments from unions or progressive organisations.
Thank you!
The Organisation:
The Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT) is an independent body responsible for adjudicating alleged breaches of professional conduct by solicitors in England and Wales. With a budgeted annual income of approximately £3 million, funded by the Law Society the SDT ensures fairness and integrity in the legal profession through transparent hearings and decisions. They recently moved into newly fitted out premises with state-of-the-art courtroom facilities in the heart of the city. The organisation has a small but dedicated and friendly team in place together with a membership of 44, comprising Solicitors and lay members.
The Opportunity:
This hands-on role offers a unique blend of strategic oversight and transactional work, ensuring your involvement in every aspect of financial processes.
Key Responsibilities:
• Strategic Leadership: Working closely with the Head of Operations to support strategic decision-making, contributing to management and Board decisions and shaping the organisation’s financial future.
• Statutory Accounts: Prepare statutory accounts and liaise with external auditors to maintain compliance
• Annual Reporting: Produce financial sections of the Annual Report and present financial information at the Annual General Meeting (AGM).
• Budget Coordination: Lead the annual and ongoing budget process, ensuring accurate and timely preparation.
• Daily Financial Management: Hands-on management of day-to-day financial activities, including payments and payroll.
This is currently a sole charge role, but there is a budget to expand the team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence how to structure the support role.
The Person:
The ideal candidate will have significant experience in financial procedures and practices, with an ability to analyse and manipulate data. You should hold an appropriate accountancy qualification and be proficient in software packages like SAGE. You will be comfortable managing a wide range of finance tasks and challenges, from transactional to strategic. This role is perfect for someone coming from a small to medium-sized organisation where you've gained broad experience.
What's in it for you?
By joining the SDT, you will be part of a supportive and collaborative team that truly value your contribution. They offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including:
• Up to 12% pension contribution,
• 25 days of annual leave plus birthday leave and Christmas closure.
• Hybrid working, with a minimum of one day per week in the office
If you think you have the right experience and want to be part of an impactful organisation, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered!
We have partnered with Hays Senior Finance to manage this recruitment. For a confidential discussion please contact Peter O'Sullivan at Hays.
Peter O'Sullivan
Closing Date: 15th April 2025
Longlisting: 17th April 2025
Interviews: 24th April- 28th April
